Jeromy Morningstar has been involved in playground safety surfacing since 1996 and serves as Managing Director at SofSURFACES, the manufacturer behind the renowned SofTILE brand. Since its inception in 1991, SofTILE has focused on durable, high-performance safety surfacing solutions for playgrounds, and Jeromy has helped guide the company’s growth and innovations across the North American market.
With a career dedicated to designing safer play environments, Jeromy’s expertise spans material engineering, impact-attenuation compliance, installation best practices, and long-term maintenance strategies. In his contributor work for Playground Professionals, he shares real-world lessons and industry trends to help parks-and-rec professionals, designers, and facility managers make informed surfacing decisions.
Outside of surfacing projects, Jeromy remains committed to the broader mission of inclusive, accessible outdoor play—ensuring children of all abilities can enjoy safe, engaging playground experiences.